Ask 100 pilots to give an approach briefing and you will get 100 different briefs. Here are the 5 essential elements that I have come up with for briefing each approach I fly. As a rule I brief everything on the chart, but these items are what I make sure to emphasize to ensure a successful outcome. (Note: this is not intended to be everything needed to safely fly an approach, … [Read more...] about The 5 Most Important Briefing Items on an Approach Chart
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Approach Plate Basics
Understanding Instrument Approach Charts is a fundamental skill of instrument flying. Without approach charts, landing in an instrument environment becomes impossible. Let's start building that foundation and learn what the major components of an approach plate are, and what information can be found on each plate. Every standard FAA Approach Plates are divided into six … [Read more...] about Approach Plate Basics